Jofra Archer exploded onto the international cricket scene in the summer of 2019, starring for England in its memorable title triumph at the 50-over World Cup and then the Ashes series weeks later. Since then,

Jofra Archer received massive praise from England's Joe Root, who called him their X-factor with the ball. The pacer made his return to Test cricket after four years and made an impact straight away by dismissing Yashasvi Jaiswal.

Archer would bowl nine more overs, closing out the day with 1 for 22, to finish as England's most economical and threatening bowler. Like Bumrah, a singular threat, a singular thrill. But unlike Bumrah, a vindication of the excitement and anticipation that had been underpinned by trepidation.